The Bulls' Currie Cup play-off hopes took a major hit as they crashed to a 42-21 defeat against Griquas at Carlton Rugby Club on Sunday.
The Cheetahs moved to the top of the Currie Cup standings after a convincing 47-31 victory against the Lions in Bloemfontien on Saturday.
Boland booked their spot in the Currie Cup playoffs after a dramatic comeback saw them beat the Pumas while Sharks came out on top against Western Province in a game between the bottom teams.
The Boland Cavaliers continued their impressive run in the 2025 Currie Cup when they defeated the Bulls 28-20 in Wellington on Sunday afternoon.
The Cheetahs saw off a gallant effort from Western Province in Bloemfontein, while the Lions overcame the Pumas in Nelspruit in Currie Cup action played on Saturday.
Griquas condemned the Sharks to a fourth straight defeat in this season's Currie Cup after a 26-17 victory in Kimberley on Friday.